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Field of Study : Molecular Medicine

Specialization :

  1. Cancer
  2. Communicable Disease
  3. Non-communicable Disease

Mode of Study: Research
Registration Status: Full Time & Part Time

MEDICAL MOLECULAR BIOLOGY PROGRAMME

UKM Medical Molecular Biology Institute (UMBI)

PROGRAM SUMMARY

UKM Medical Molecular Biology Institute (UMBI) offers two post-graduate academic programmes by research, the Masters of Science (MSc) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in the field of Molecular Medicine. These programmes are aimed at students who are interested in conducting molecular-based research in the field of medicine. Both programmes place special emphasis on training students in the laboratory to develop and apply research strategies targeting specifically human diseases. UMBI recruits students from around the world and the programmes are delivered in English and Bahasa Malaysia.  

LIFE AT THE FACULTY

At UMBI, we all strive for excellence, and we have our own best practices. We believe that results matter. We build on individual talent and potential, work not only in teams but also across teams and strive to improve the emotional intelligence of individuals as well as the teams. We focus on getting the best out of every team member. We have a relatively young team of researchers in UMBI, but a good number of them have already made a strong impact both in publications and citations. UMBI continues to seek new talent to be part of the team. 

Established as a centre of excellence focusing on research in molecular medicine, the diseases studied in UMBI include various types of cancer, diabetes, obesity, and infectious diseases. UMBI is recognized as a Higher Institution Centre of Excellence (HICoE) in 2008, and spearheaded The Malaysian Cohort Project, the largest prospective cohort project in Malaysia to identify risk factors and biomarkers for various diseases.

UMBI offers a conducive environment for the students to perform high-impact research. Our laboratories are equipped with high-end instruments to support the research activities in molecular medicine, and our academicians are highly qualified and possess specific skill and expertise to mentor the new intake of students.

Programme Requirement

A person who wishes to apply for admission to the Doctorate programme shall possess the following qualification:

  1. Bachelor’s Degree by obtaining a good Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) from a University or any institution of higher learning recognized by the Malaysia Qualification Agency (MQA) and/ or having accreditation recognized by foreign Accreditation Body, or institution who has accreditation as prescribed by a programme;

  2. Doctor of Medicine degree or Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University or any institution of higher learning or an equivalent degree from any institution of higher learning recognized by the Senate;

  3. any other requirements recognized by the Senate obtained through the Accreditation pf Prior Experiential Learning (APEL);

  4. fulfils other requirements prescribed by the programme (if applicable); and

  5. fulfils requirements of the Malaysia Qualification Agency (MQA)

A person who wishes to apply for admission to the Doctorate programme shall possess the following qualification:

  1. Bachelor’s Degree by obtaining a good Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) from a University or any institution of higher learning recognized by the Malaysia Qualification Agency (MQA) and/ or having accreditation recognized by foreign Accreditation Body, or institution who has accreditation as prescribed by a programme;

  2. Doctor of Medicine degree or Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University or any institution of higher learning or an equivalent degree from any institution of higher learning recognized by the Senate;

  3. any other requirements recognized by the Senate obtained through the Accreditation pf Prior Experiential Learning (APEL);

  4. fulfils other requirements prescribed by the programme (if applicable); and

  5. fulfils requirements of the Malaysia Qualification Agency (MQA)

ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS

1. An international candidate is required to fulfill the English Language proficiency requirements as follows:

a) Obtained TOEFL (550), IELTS(6) or MUET (4) results which fulfil the score or minimum band requirements prescribed by the programme; or

b) For certain programmes, a candidate is required to sit for an English Proficiency Test (EPT) and if he/she fails to achieve the level specified by the programme, the candidate is required to attend and pass the English Proficiency Module (EPM) in a maximum period of two (2) semesters before he is allowed to register for the study programme. The candidate shall register as a Non Graduating Student.

2. The Faculty/Institute may grant exemption to the requirements specified in subregulation (1) for the international candidate who:

a) will be writing his/her thesis/dissertation in the Malay/ Arabic languages;

b) has the academic qualifications obtained from any local universities recognised by the Senate; or

c) is originally from a country where English is the official language or he/she has the academic qualifications obtained from any higher learning institution which uses English as the medium of instruction.

The candidate may be exempted from the requirements stated in subregulation (2), but the candidate shall sit for the English Proficiency Test (EPT) and if he/she fails to obtain the level specified by the programme, the candidate is required to attend and pass the English Proficiency Module (EPM).

How Much It Will Cost Me?

Please contact Centre for Academic Management for further details:

Tel: +603 8911 8173/ 8027/ 8456
Fax: +603 89118471
Email: admission_ppa@ukm.edu.my

Please contact Shaping Advanced & Professional Education Center (UKMShape) for further details:

Tel: +603-8921 3366 / 4196 / 3997 /5377
Fax: + 603-8925 1391
Email: accpkp@ukm.edu.my

Why This Programme?
  • Discover your full potential as an independent researcher by working closely with our experienced faculty members who will supervise you throughout your study.
  • Participate in various projects ranging from laboratory-based or field research (hospitals or community) to inculcate genuine interest in your specialised research area.
  • Our graduates are equipped with research knowledge and skills to support their career development/improvement in every area of academic or fundamental/applied pharmaceutical sciences which requires professional research and development scientists. 
  • Opportunity to join the postgraduate society to take advantage of increased networking, career development, and learning opportunities.
How To Apply
  1. Candidates have to apply online via: http://www.ukm.my/join/
  2. Intake for coursework and mixed mode are open twice a year, which is every October (for the March intake of the following year) and every April (for the October intake).
  3. Application for research mode programmes can be made any time throughout the year.
  4. The duration for Masters programme requires 2 to 4 semester of study on fulltime basis and 4 to 8 semesters on a parttime basis and for Doctor of Philosophy programme is 6 to 12 semesters on fulltime basis and 8 to 14 semesters on a part-time basis.
Faculty Information

Campus: Cheras, Kuala Lumpur
Faculty: UKM Medical Molecular Biology Institute (UMBI)
Degree: Master of Science

Duration:

  1. Full Research Programs (Full Time – min 2 sem; Part Time – min 4 sem)

Contact:

UKM Medical Molecular Biology Institute (UMBI)
UKM Medical Centre,
Jalan Ya’acob Latiff, Bandar Tun Razak,
56000 Cheras, Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia

Tel: +603 9145 9040/ 9067
Email: izzaumar@ukm.edu.my
Website: www.ukm.my/umbi

Contact Us

Local Students

Centre for Academic Management
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
43600 UKM Bangi, Selangor
Malaysia

Tel: +603 89118468 / 8389
Fax: +603 89118471 
Email: admission_ppa@ukm.edu.my
Web: www.ukm.my/akademik

International Students

Shaping Advanced & Professional Education Center (UKMShape)
Level 2, Bangunan Wawasan
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
43600 UKM Bangi, Selangor
Malaysia

Tel: +603 8921 5585 / 5609
Email: admissionpkp@ukm.edu.my
Web: https://www.ukm.my/ukmshape

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FeesOne YearTwo Years (Indonesian Only)
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Ikad50.00100.00
eVAL150.00150.00
Service Tax (6%)78.6077.40
EMGS Insurance400.00400.00
Total:1788.60Total: 2017.40

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